Noble ruler or all-powerful ruler
Aleric is a rare variant of the Germanic name Alaric. It is composed of the elements 'ala' meaning 'all' or 'adal' meaning 'noble', combined with 'ric' meaning 'ruler' or 'power'. Historically, the name is associated with the Visigoth kings who challenged the Roman Empire.
Less common today
Aleric isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,405 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A character in the fantasy novel 'The King of Elfland's Daughter' Β· The King of Elfland's Daughter
The first King of the Visigoths who sacked Rome